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FileMaker Pro for iOS and Desktop Devices

FileMaker Pro offers users a unique solution to get their database up and running on different platforms ( iOS / Mac OS / Windows ) in shorter time. You don’t have to be a tech expert. Updating product data or checking order status on your mobile phones is no longer a dream to SME companies.

This FileMaker Pro for iOS and desktop devices training course will teach you the essential features to create database files that can be shared and run under iPads, iPhones or computers. The class will be started from stretch and ended with a database files shareable on mobile and desktop devices. You will learn how to work with multiple tables, create data forms and layouts, and the techniques that are required to create management reports.

After finishing the course, you can create a database solution which allows users use it in fields and update data instantaneously.

Enrolment Schedules

What you’ll learn

Working with tables

Creating tables
Defining fields
Auto-enter settings
Calculated fields
Container fields
Data validation
Defining repeating Fields

Working with records

New, edit, delete records
Defining search criteria
Efficient search using search operators
Omitting records
Sorting records

Working with multiple tables

Concept of relational database
Creating a One-to-Many Relationship
Setting tables relationships
Lookup data from another tables

Working with layouts

Changing layout names
Showing / hiding layouts
Knowing different layout views
Setting default view
Layout Options and Settings
Choosing targeting devices ( iPad / iPhone / Computer )


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Creating Data Forms

Form settings for different devices
Inserting fields
Using Inspector
Using Drop-down list / pop-up menu
Using checkboxes and radio buttons
Using drop-down calendar
Setting data formats
Enhancing Data Forms
Using drawing functions
Colourizing objects and lines
Formatting text and controls
Managing and aligning objects, fields and buttons
Enabling Repeating fields function
Using action buttons
Design considerations for different devices

Creating Managnement Reports

Understanding and using Parts
Working with the three basic parts
Using leading grand summary
Using trailing grand summary
Using sub-summaries

Exchanging Information with other Applications

Importing and exporting Excel data
Exchanging data with other FileMaker Pro files

Using FileMaker Pro files on iPad / iPhone

Installing FileMaker Go
Using Lauch Center
Opening FileMaker Pro data file from iPad / iPhone
Backing up data
Working offline